introductory clauseglossary / INTRODUCTORY CLAUSE introductory clause. The first paragraph of a contract, which typically begins with words such as “This Agreement is made on [date] between [parties’ names].” — Also termed commencement; exordium. 词条贡献者 双语律师Raymond,亚洲知名法学院法律专业,擅长翻译各类与生物科技与制药相关的法律文件。